2019 Toyota Avalon
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 80 |
| 1996 | 109 |
| 1997 | 125 |
| 1998 | 178 |
| 1999 | 92 |
| 2000 | 173 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 116 |
| 2003 | 293 |
| 2004 | 205 |
| 2005 | 228 |
| 2006 | 359 |
| 2007 | 242 |
| 2008 | 349 |
| 2009 | 91 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 137 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
26% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 17 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was pulling into a parking space when the car suddenly accelerated, jumped the curb and hit a tree. The car has auto-braking but this system did not function to stop the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231031
20% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0X.
Campaign 18V685000 — check if this car was fixed
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.
Campaign 19V244000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.
Campaign 20V012000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4,...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021.
Campaign 20V682000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Toyota Avalon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V685000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V244000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V012000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V682000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Toyota Avalon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Toyota Avalon is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota Avalon?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota Avalon have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.